The Obama Presidential Center is finally opening this summer after years of development—and you can win a free ticket to the opening!
Here’s all the details and how you can enter the sweepstakes.
The Obama Presidential Center Grand Ceremony Sweepstakes
On June 18, the Obama Presidential Center will host its grand opening ceremony, alongside global leaders, world-famous artists, and prominent speakers.
The Obama Foundation is preparing for the occasion by launching the “Obama Presidential Center Grand Ceremony Sweepstakes.”
The drawing offers one lucky winner and their guest the chance to attend the celebration for free. The winner of the sweepstakes will receive the following:
- Two general admission tickets to the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, Illinois on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
- Opportunity to be a part of a landmark moment in history, including live performances and inspiring speakers.
Interested parties from across the country are encouraged to apply—the Obama Foundation will provide a $1,500 travel stipend as part of the sweepstakes if the winner lives 100 miles away or more.
Those who enter the sweepstakes will also be the first to know when tickets for the center go on sale.
Click here to enter the sweepstakes and learn more information about the Obama Presidential Center.